"I will take a note for part of the money," said Kent.
"That's very considerate of you, but scarcely prudent."
"Then don't you want it at all?" asked Kent, disappointed.
"Yes; we are prepared with an offer. We'll give you three hundred dollars."
Kent shook his head.
"That's too little," he said.
Ferguson remained silent. He wished to give Kent time to reflect upon his offer.
"Have you sold these claims of yours?" asked Kent, after a pause.
"No."
"Then add them to your offer, and I accept it."